Why I’m IN?"I'm in because I believe that the rights of people with disabilities will move forward in our society only when a strong network of activists exists. The Ruderman Inclusion Summit is the first step toward creating such a network."

Why I’m IN?"I’m In because I do not want to be on the wrong side of history. I’m In because I truly believe that Inclusion is a social Justice matter and everyone’s business. I’m In because I do not want to miss the greatest gathering for Inclusion."

Why I’m IN?"I’m so excited to bring together many different people who care about the same important issue of inclusion. Together we can make change."

Why I’m IN? "Inclusion of people with disabilities and their families in the Jewish community is vital to our survival and we have a long way to go to be fully inclusive."

Why I’m IN?"The guiding principle of the Feuerstein Institute is the belief in human potential; as a father of a child with Down syndrome, I see proof of that potential every day. Human potential can only be fully realized through integration – it is our duty to break down the barriers which society imposes on the special needs community. Let’s bring the light!"

Why I’m IN?"Ready or not, Brian will turn 22 in July. Brian has definite ideas about his future. Like most parents, we want him to be happy and enjoy the work he does. Now we need to figure out what type of supports are needed to help him attain his goals."

Why I’m IN?"I am in because now that I am an adult I want to make my own plans for my future."

Why I’m IN? "As leaders in the field of disabilities, the Ruderman Family Foundation always brings new and cutting-edge perspectives on the full inclusion of people with disabilities in society. I look forward to this important gathering of friends who are committed to make a change."

Why I’m IN? "I want to raise awareness about the power of language and how our words shape the debate on important social issues like disability inclusion."

Arlene S. Kanter

Distinguished Professor of Law
Director, Disability Law and Policy Program

Why I’m IN? "The full inclusion of people with disabilities in our families, neighborhoods, schools and workplaces is not an option; it is a basic human right."

Why I’m IN? "Inclusion is fairness, inclusion is richness, and above all, inclusion is strength of organization and community. This summit will tackle the practical effect of the ADA--and work to make inclusion not a goal but as a way of life."